Matiali Tea Garden - Matiali, Jalpaiguri
Matiali Tea Garden is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 5.6 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Matiali Hat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiali Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiali Tea Garden is 307000. The village covers a total geographical area of 1060.89 hectares and falls under the 735223 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Matiali Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Matiali Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Matiali Tea Garden village had a total population of 6,380 people, including 3,167 males and 3,213 females, living in 1,277 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.56%, with male literacy at 74.93% and female literacy at 54.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,420, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,319.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,380 | 3,167 | 3,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 751 | 375 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,420 | 701 | 719 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,319 | 1,642 | 1,677 |
| Literate Population | 3,634 | 2,092 | 1,542 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,746 | 1,075 | 1,671 |
Nearby Villages of Matiali Tea Garden
Matiali Tea Garden is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalsa Tea Garden | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Yongttong Tea Garden | North | 2.02 km |
| Chhut | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Samsing Tea Garden | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Indong Tea Garden | South | 3.47 km |
| Nagaisuri Tea Garden | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Chalauni Tea Garden | West | 4.03 km |
| Kumai Tea Garden | North | 4.33 km |
| Kumai Forest | North-East | 5.41 km |
| Juranti Tea Garden | West | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matiali Tea Garden
Public transport in the Matiali Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chalsa Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malbazar to Matiali Tea Garden is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Matiali Tea Garden is about 5.6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiali Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiali Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matiali Tea Garden
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiali Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matiali Tea Garden
Where is Matiali Tea Garden located?
Matiali Tea Garden village is located in Matiali Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matiali Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiali Tea Garden is Matiali Hat.
What is the pincode of Matiali Tea Garden?
The pincode of Matiali Tea Garden is 735223.
What is the population of Matiali Tea Garden?
Matiali Tea Garden had a total population of 6,380, including 3,167 males and 3,213 females.
How many households are there in Matiali Tea Garden?
Matiali Tea Garden had 1,277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matiali Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matiali Tea Garden was 64.56%. Male literacy was 74.93% and female literacy was 54.35%.